PROBLEM GUIDE
Here's what owners are experiencing, based on our research of real owner reports and repair data.
Last updated August 2026
107
complaints filed for this model year
2012–2017
Model years affected
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Start my diagnosis →Burning 1 quart every 1,000-1,400 miles
Check engine light: On
The most prevalent complaint category (20+ complaints): excessive oil burning tied to PCV orifice clogging causing high crankcase pressure, engine stalling without warning, complete power loss while driving, timing chain failures, and metal debris found in oil.
Steering wheel locking up, tied to at least one collision
Check engine light: On
Power steering issues include the steering wheel locking up and total loss of power steering while driving, described as becoming "very difficult to operate." Multiple safety-related incidents occurred on highways, including one construction-zone collision directly attributed to a steering wheel lock-up incident.
Fire tied to a specific operating condition
Check engine light: On
One electrical fire occurred in the driver-side door specifically during defrost operation.
Engine, lights, and radio shutting down together
Check engine light: On
A severe electrical and powertrain problem: complete power loss while driving, with the engine, lights, and radio all shutting down together — a total-system-blackout failure mode distinct from a simple stall.
Failures over minor potholes, often within the first year
Check engine light: Off
Continental tire failures include sidewall bubbles/bulges and blowouts occurring at speeds under 25 mph over minor potholes — described as repeating within the first year of ownership.
No official recall was identified for this generation. Enter your VIN to check for the current, confirmed recall picture on your specific car.
The information on this page is for general educational purposes only and is not a diagnosis. It is compiled from aggregated owner-reported data and publicly available sources, not from an inspection of your vehicle. Symptoms described here can have multiple causes, and the presence of a commonly reported problem does not mean your vehicle has it. Repair cost ranges are estimates that vary by region, shop, vehicle condition, and parts availability. Recall and service campaign information may be incomplete or out of date — verify current recall status with NHTSA or your manufacturer. MyGearGuru is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or sponsored by any vehicle manufacturer; manufacturer and model names are used for identification only. Always consult a qualified technician before making repair decisions.
Owners report excessive oil burning at rates of 1 quart per 1,000-1,400 miles, tied to PCV orifice clogging causing high crankcase pressure, engine stalling without warning, and complete power loss while driving. Separately, an electrical fire occurred in the driver-side door specifically during defrost operation, and loss of power steering while driving has been tied to at least one construction-zone collision.